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What does it mean for students if they are learning that technology can answer every challenge? (Shutterstock)

January 26, 2020

A math teacher’s plea: Let’s keep pi irrational

Veselin Jungic, Simon Fraser University

Technology in the math classroom should enhance and extend, rather than replace, how to think mathematically.

Tla'amin Basket. Alex Sutcliffe

January 23, 2019

Indigenous basket‑weaving makes an excellent digital math lesson

Veselin Jungic, Simon Fraser University

In an attempt to respond to the TRC’s calls to action, academic disciplines such as mathematics can contribute through community-led partnerships with Indigenous peoples.

Math Catcher volunteer, Janelle Dobson-Kocsis from the Kwanlin Dun Band, works with a student to build an object called “tensegrity.” This is one of Math Cather’s hands-on activities developed by volunteer and former PhD student, Alejandro Erickson. Math Catcher Program

June 19, 2018

Mathematics talent abounds in Indigenous communities

Veselin Jungic, Simon Fraser University

The Math Catcher Program aims to encourage youth - with an emphasis on Indigenous students - to consider mathematics as a field of study but also to have them appreciate mathematics in everyday life.

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